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Welcome To dbdiamonds.com
Welcome to my site. In this website i will explain the physical properties of diamonds, the uses, the relative value, the chemical formula, mineral composition, folklore and history, location around the world, describe the crystal structure. I hope you enjoy it. |
physical properties
Diamonds are the hardest mineral known to man. They rank a ten on the mohs hardness scale. It's streak is white, Its luster glassy. The color of a diamond ranges from colorless to canary yellow. The only thing that can scratch a diamond is another diamond, they are among the densest minerals known to man. They have an even cleavege but no fracture. They do not fizz when hydrochloric acid is applied. Also when you first find a diamond it will be extremely rough, not until you cut it will it have its smooth texture. |
Chemical formula
The chemical formula for a diamond is: C. Diamond is a silicate mineral.
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Uses
Diamonds are minerals with few uses. The main and most common use is for jewelry. Because of their beautifuul appearence a diamond is the ideal gemstone. Some of the most valued stones in the world are diamonds. That is what diamonds are used for.
Value
Compared to other stones diamonds are the king of minerals. There magnifecent appearance and rarity makes them worth up to thousands of dollars. The value of a daimond depends on the carat, the higher the carat the higher the value of the stone. |
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